Solar Power Profile - Balmoral Village, NSW 2571
More than 2522 homes in postcode 2571 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Balmoral Village, Balmoral, Buxton, Couridjah, Maldon, Mowbray Park, Picton, Razorback and Wilton.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 19,205 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 72,266 kWh per day, or 26,377 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,852.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $4,615,990.75 per year.
Balmoral Village and 2571 are also doing their bit for the planet too because this amount of solar power has reduced the yearly carbon footprint for the area by 19,255.21 tonnes. To put this into perspective, that's the equivalent amount of yearly carbon dioxide captured and sequestered by 324,114 trees, or it's equivalent to 160,460,083 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2571
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Solar Power in Balmoral Village
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Balmoral Village: Buxton (amaroo) - approx. 8.1 km
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Balmoral Village Demographics
Balmoral Village and the postcode of 2571 has a total population of 12526 people, with a median age of 36 years. There are 4453 households in Balmoral Village, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3 with a median income of 2326 per week per household.
About 78% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Balmoral Village is $2400/month. By installing solar power in Balmoral Village, the average household could save 6.43% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $55272 saving over the lifetime of their loan, assuming they put the electricity savings toward their home loan, a $500,000 loan, with a 4% interest rate over 30 years. Electricy cost savings from an average solar system is approximately 1.53% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Balmoral Village is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Balmoral Village
Balmoral is a small town located in the Wollondilly Shire in New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated on the south-western edge of Sydney and is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the Bargo River State Conservation Area and the Nattai National Park. Balmoral is a popular tourist destination due to its stunning scenery and outdoor activities, such as hiking, fishing, and camping.
Balmoral has a sunny and temperate climate, with an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day and an average temperature of 20°C. The town experiences mild winters and warm summers, making it an ideal location for solar power installation. The optimal angle for solar panels in Balmoral is around 30-35 degrees, facing north or northwest to maximize solar yields.
The benefits of solar power in Balmoral are numerous. With plenty of sunshine hours and a favorable climate, solar energy can provide a reliable and cost-effective source of electricity for homes and businesses in the area. Solar installers in Balmoral can help residents take advantage of the town's sunny weather by designing and installing custom solar systems that are tailored to their specific needs. By investing in solar power, residents of Balmoral can reduce their reliance on fossil fuels, lower their energy bills, and contribute to a more sustainable future.